Traditional hearing aids are designed to help those with hearing loss better hear and understand the acoustic characteristics of speech — but not so much music. In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month, celebrated during April, here are some hearing tips, tricks, and accessories for enjoying music the way the musician intended.   Speech Versus Song… Continue reading How to Listen to Music With Hearing Aids

Does back pain drive you crazy while on the road? Here are five tips to help you put the brakes on discomfort so you can focus on the fun. Long car rides can cause your hips, butt, lower back, and shoulders to feel tight. The longer you’re sitting, the more damage you could do. When… Continue reading 5 Tips for a Comfy Car Ride

In recent years, the physical, social, and health issues that women face in their daily lives have been making headlines. Campaigns like the Dove® Campaign for Real Beauty and the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women have been extremely successful at spreading awareness of women’s health issues. However, the impact hearing health has on women’s overall health and… Continue reading Women’s Hearing Health: A Whole-Health Issue

There are countless things that can contribute to poor hearing health, from aging to loud noise, but one you may not be aware of is gender. A recent study found that the odds of hearing loss are 5.5 times greater in men than in women. In honor of Men’s Health Week, June 13-19, we’ve put… Continue reading Guide to Men’s Hearing Health

Overcoming hearing loss one challenge at a time In less than a week, the world will watch the accumulation of years of hard work and dedication come to a head during intense competitions at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. Each athlete who has the honor of participating in the Olympics has their own unique… Continue reading Olympic Heroes With Hearing Loss

What are football players at risk of losing when playing to win? August usually means a handful of things: It’s the last leg of summer, school is quickly approaching, and football is finally back. The return of football means many of us won’t leave our couches on Sundays (or Saturdays, depending on if you’re an… Continue reading Contact Sports and Hearing Loss

3,2,1 — done! With our three best practices for hearing protection this holiday, the only thing you’ll have to worry about is snagging the best viewing spot. There are so many things to think about during the 4th of July. Those burgers aren’t going to grill themselves, you remembered to set your chairs out early… Continue reading Protect Your Family’s Hearing This Independence Day

Can you wear headphones if you have hearing aids? You bet you can! But there’s something you need to know before you go out and buy a pair. We’ve got sound advice when it comes to: Which headphones are best for your hearing aids Tips for wearing headphones with hearing aids Alternative headphone options What… Continue reading The Best Headphones for People with Hearing Aids